2003 Suzuki Carry · 2,400 MOT tests
2003 Suzuki Carry reliability
2003 Suzuki Carrys fail 47.2% of first MOT tests, 15% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 4 of 4 Carry years (2,400 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Suzuki Carrys: 44%)
- 47.2%
- first-time fail rate (all Suzuki Carrys: 44%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 15% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 19
- 87,003
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 19
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 2,400
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2003 against the years either side
- 2002 cars: 12% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2003 car does worse)
- 2004 cars: 13% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2003 car does worse)
- Weak spot: exhaust, emissions and leaks, 12.4% of tests fail here (83% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: steering, 68% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2003 car carries a 52 plate (January–February 2003), or a 03 plate (March–August 2003), or a 53 plate (September–December 2003).
Common problems
What fails on a 2003 Suzuki Carry
Fail rate by area
- Suspension21.8%
- Lights and electrics21%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks12.4%
- Body, chassis and structure12.1%
- Brakes10.9%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors9%
- Tyres7.8%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Suspension mounting area seriously corroded 11.33%
Corrosion near suspension mountings can seriously weaken the body structure, so an expert inspection is needed.
Stop lamp not working 6.17%
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
Suspension ball joint excessively worn 5.71%
A worn ball joint can fail and cause loss of steering control, so it must be replaced promptly.
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 5.58%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 4.83%
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 4.83%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Common advisories
Brake pipes corroded and greasy (17%) · Tyre worn close to legal limit (15.21%) · Suspension arm pin/bush showing wear (7.33%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (7.17%) · Slight play in steering rack joints (6.75%) · Suspension mounting area showing corrosion (6.17%)
Other years
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2003 Suzuki Carry reliable?
2003 Suzuki Carrys fail 47.2% of first MOT tests, 15% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 4 of 4 Carry years (2,400 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2003 Suzuki Carry MOT?
Most often suspension mounting area seriously corroded (11.33% of tests), stop lamp not working (6.17% of tests), suspension ball joint excessively worn (5.71% of tests).
How many miles should a 2003 Suzuki Carry have done?
At its MOT aged about 19, a typical 2003 Suzuki Carry shows 87,003 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2003 car?
A car first registered in 2003 carries a 52 plate (January–February 2003), or a 03 plate (March–August 2003), or a 53 plate (September–December 2003).
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